Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

HealthPro Heritage; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) for a full-time position at Wexner Heritage Village in Columbus, OH.

You will assist in implementing treatment plans, provide direct patient care, document progress, and collaborate with the rehab team to deliver high-quality care for older adults.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting required.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
• Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises and modalities.
• Document patient progress and communicate observations to the supervising therapist.
• Collaborate with Therapists and staff to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a great opportunity for a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA).

Need: Full-time

Location: Wexner Heritage Village in Columbus, OH

Setting: Long-Term-Care

Rate Range: $30-$35 (based on years of experince)

Join a mission-driven senior living community where you can build meaningful relationships with residents, collaborate with an experienced rehab team, and make a lasting impact on the lives of older adults every day

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture:Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence:Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive Benefits Package:Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can make a positive impact on lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.